AED for Tech Colleges
Tech colleges have been on the rise across the United States, and AEDs (automated external defibrillators) are becoming an important part of their safety protocol. AED for Tech Colleges can be used to treat sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). EMS Superstore offers AED for tech colleges making it easy and affordable for schools to equip themselves with this lifesaving technology. And to give their students peace of mind in case an incented like that occurs.
What is an AED and what does it do?
An AED is a portable device that delivers an electric shock to the heart in order to restore its normal rhythm. If someone experiences SCA, their heart will likely be beating too fast or irregularly. The AED will analyze the heart’s rhythm and if it detects an abnormal rhythm, it will deliver a shock to try and restore a regular rhythm. This will allow the heart to pump blood effectively and hopefully prevent death or serious injury.
How to use an AED for Tech Colleges?
First and foremost, it is important to remain calm. If you are not familiar with how to use an AED, do not try to use it. Call 911 and let the professionals handle the situation. However, if you are familiar with how to use an AED or are trained in CPR, you may be able to help save a life.
When using an AED, make sure that the person is lying down on their back. If they are not, carefully turn them onto their back before beginning CPR. Remove the AED from its packaging and follow the instructions provided. The AED will provide verbal prompts to help guide you through the process. Be sure to listen carefully and do not hesitate to ask for help if you are unsure of what to do.
When to use an AED?
An AED should be used when a person is unresponsive and not breathing. If you are unsure if an AED is needed, it is always better to be safe than sorry. It’s important to remember that AEDs should only be used on people who are not pregnant and do not have a pacemaker.
The first thing one should do before using an AED is to have someone else call 911. This is so that professionals better equipped to handle the situation are on their way. Once that is done try do use CPR. If the person is not responding to CPR, then use the AED.
Why every tech college should have at least one AED on campus.
Colleges; especially tech colleges are filled with people who are constantly on the move. It’s important to have AEDs readily available in case of an emergency. AEDs can save lives and it only takes a few minutes for someone to learn how to use them properly.
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